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Victory in the Pacific World War in the

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Featuring world-renowned expert on in the Pacific James M. Scott

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Dear Friend of the Museum, Manila, often called the “Pearl of the Orient,” was the star of steamship ads and brochures in the early 1900s. Populated with elegant neoclassical buildings and spacious parks, this spoil of the Spanish-American War developed over the years into a small slice of the in , home not only to thousands of service Travel to members but also business executives and their families, all of whom enjoyed the relaxed pace of the tropics. Museum Quick Facts The outbreak of another world war, however, brought an end to the good life. 5 27countries covering Hoping to spare the capital, General Douglas MacArthur, who lived atop the luxurious , declared it an open and evacuated his forces to the 8 million+ all theaters visitors since the Museum of World War II Peninsula and the fortified island of Corregidor. American and Filipino opened on June 6, 2000 defenders battled the Japanese for months before Bataan fell in , followed a month later by Corregidor. $2 billion+ Tour Programs operated in economic impact on average per year, at What ensued, for the more than 70,000 captured troops, was one of the greatest times accompanied by tragedies of World War II—the notorious “Bataan ,” followed by years 160,000+ 30 WWII veterans in ’s wretched camps. In Manila, American and Allied civilians active Museum members would likewise battle terror and starvation, locked up for more than three years behind the iron gates of the of Santo Tomas, one of the largest travelers, 8,000+ Overseas internment camps in Asia. representing every US state Visit American Battle Monuments The liberation of Manila by MacArthur’s forces, which most hoped 625,000+ Commission would at long last bring an end to the years of fear and misery, instead only social media followers cemeteries 16 compounded the tragedy. In the only urban battle of the , American forces fought block-by-block, home-by-home, and even room-by- room. The final result was the catastrophic destruction of the city and a rampage by Japanese &189 on our itineraries forces that mirrored the Rape of Nanking. Travel with experts top historians I invite you to join me on this amazing journey through a country teeming with 26 with World War II heritage. published 174 books and Sincerely, documentary 47 credits ww2museumtours.org

United States’ World’s James M. Scott ’ Cover Photo: The Manila . Photo page 2: View along the , No. 1 No. 3 No. 8 at , , Manila. Courtesy of Jon Bilous / AlamyStock Photo. Attraction Museum Museum LEARN THEIR NAMES

Jose Abad Santos (1886 - 1942)

Jose Abad Santos was one of the leading Filipino national figures during the first half of the twentieth century. Serving as Secretary of Justice in the 1920s and 1930s, Abad Santos made it a top priority to establish public trust in the courts. His efforts were noticed in the United States, with President Herbert Hoover nominating him to Supreme Court of the Philippines in 1932. After another term as Secretary of Justice from 1938-1941, Abad Santos returned to the Supreme Court as Chief Justice in . Following the Japanese invasion, he refused an invitation to join President Manuel Quezon in the United States, remaining behind to serve as the Acting President of the Commonwealth of the Philippines.

The day after the surrender of American forces in Bataan, the Japanese captured Abad Santos. He identified himself, and his captors ordered him to cooperate in bringing about the defeat of the remaining . Despite relentless grilling by the Japanese, he refused, resulting in his execution by firing squad. It was reported that Abad Santos refused the blindfold and cigarette offered by his executioners.

Jose Abad Santos The legacy of Jose Abad Santos is honored today Courtesy of the Abad Santos family with his photo appearing on the 1,000 peso note.

4 | VISIT US AT WW2MUSEUMTOURS.ORG CALL US AT 1-877-813-3329 x 257 | 5 Surrender site, Balanga Elementary School. Courtesy of Nathan Huegen. US General Edward P. King’s surrender in Bataan. Courtesy of US Air Force. STAND WHERE HISTORY WAS MADE Balanga Elementary School By April 1942, American forces in Bataan realized the battle was lost. General MacArthur was ordered out of the country on , and General Edward King took command of all American forces in Bataan. By April 8, 1942, General King realized that any further attacks were futile. Faced with a Japanese force capable of bringing in reinforcements and unleashing relentless barrages, King sought terms of surrender from the Japanese commanders. The next day, General King surrendered the remaining 70,000 men under his command to the Japanese. King was brought to Balanga Elementary School, a command post for Japanese General Masaharu Homma, for interrogation. King’s surrender disobeyed orders relayed from General MacArthur, and King fully expected to face a court-martial. The surrender left the island of Corregidor as the last holdout in the Philippines. It fell one month later.

April 9 is commemorated each year in the Philippines US General Jonathan Wainwright ordering the surrender of American forces in Corregidor supervised by the Japanese. as the “Day of Valor” to honor the courage of Courtesy of Everett Collection Inc / Alamy Stock Photo. the men who defended the Philippines under the worst conditions.

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Lester Tenney (1920 - 2017) Lester Tenney joined the National Guard in . After a year of training, Tenney arrived in the Philippines on Thanksgiving Day, 1941, as a mem- ber of the 192nd Battalion. At 5:30 in the morning, on , 1941, Tenney awoke to news that the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor. Not long after, Tenney experienced the bombing of Clark Field. By the end of December 1941, Tenney was a part of an outnumbered and outgunned American force in a stra- Lester Tenney was a tank commander with tegic retreat to the Bataan Peninsula. After the surrender of the Americans in Bataan, Tenney was subjected to the “.” He remembered it nd the 192 Tank Battalion, a survivor of the not as a march, but rather as “trudging” along. Men were wounded or sick with Bataan Death March, and a dear friend of malaria or dysentery. There was no food or water for the 65-mile march, except for items tossed out by Filipino civilians. Tenney survived , spending The National WWII Museum. three years doing forced labor for Mitsui Coal Mining Company. After his release in 1945, Tenney earned business degrees from San Diego State University and the University of Southern and became a college professor. He sought, and received, official apologies from the Japanese government to the survivors of the “Bataan Death March.”

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The Philippines

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Flights not included TOUR INCLUSIONS • Full-time access to expert historian and author James M. Scott • Full-time logistical tour manager • Expert local battlefield guides throughout the itinerary • Roundtrip Airport Transfers (when arriving and departing on scheduled group tour dates) • Two nights at the historic Las Casas Filipinas Acuzar Hotel in Bataan • Two nights at the Clark Marriott Hotel, the only five-star hotel north of Manila • Two nights at The Manila Hotel, site of General Douglas MacArthur’s This map of the Philippines is one of a series of Mem-O-Maps by pre-war apartment John G. Drury of the 214th Ordnance Battalion US Government. Mem-O-Maps • One night at the Corregidor Inn were produced for military personnel during World War II. Their main purpose • Private, first-class, air-conditioned motor coach transportation was to serve as a souvenir map on which troops could keep track of their • Personal listening devices on all included touring “adventures” and movements. The use of cartoons and familiar imagery • 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches, and 4 dinners helped represent the conditions and experiences that the troops must have faced in reality. The legend encouraged servicemen to note where and when • Beer, wine, and soft drinks with included lunches and dinner they “landed or anchored”, as well as where they stationed while there. • Welcome and Farewell Receptions • Informative map book including useful maps and archival images to be used throughout your journey • Personalized luggage tags and customized name badge 10 | VISIT US AT WW2MUSEUMTOURS.ORG CALL US AT 1-877-813-3329 x 257 | 11 MULTIPLE DEPARTURES AVAILABLE. Itinerary VISIT WW2MUSEUMTOURS.ORG FOR A COMPREHENSIVE LISTING OF ALL TOUR OFFERINGS AND EARLY BOOKING DISCOUNT.

Victory in the Pacific Day One: ARRIVALS / TRANSFER TO BATAAN World War II in the Philippines After morning arrivals into Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL), Bataan, Corregidor, and Manila transfer to the province of Bataan. The Bataan Peninsula overlooks the north- Featuring James M. Scott ern entrance to with the island of Corregidor just to the south. $6,499 $5,999* double occupancy, $8,499 $7,999* single occupancy For the Americans in Bataan in 1941, the peninsula was designated the site for a major defensive stand in the case of a Japanese invasion. Under War *$129 per person taxes and fees is additional. Plan -3, which was the product of almost a half-century of planning WORRY-FREE BOOKING! for conflict with Japan, American forces would concentrate fighting in central and deny the use of Manila Bay to the Japanese Navy. After arrival to To allow you to book your next trip with peace of mind, we have set up an Las Casas Filipinas de Acuzar, enjoy an evening reception and dinner getting exceptional and flexible program that allows you to cancel or postpone your to know your fellow travelers. trip penalty-free (on select departures) until December 31, 2021. Please contact our reservations department to discuss your options. Accommodations: Las Casas Filipinas de Acuzar (R, D)

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A few blocks from Santo Tomas, American prisoners of war, many survivors of the Bataan Death March, faced starvation in the old Bilibid Prison. Courtesy of National Archives.

Day Two: BATAAN DEATH MARCH The morning tour begins at the Bataan Death March Kilometer Zero in the town of . One of two markers for the start of the “Bataan Death March,” this point marks the start of the march moving west toward Balanga. The group will symbolically walk a one-kilometer stretch of the March, arriving at marker two. Turning south, the group will visit the Kilometer Marker Zero at , the starting point at the southern tip of the peninsula. After circling , arrive at the Mt. Samat , which honors the and Americans who fell defending the country and serves as a gathering point for commemorations such as the Day of Valor held each April 9. The final stop is the Balanga Elementary Ammunition, rations, and medical supplies are dropped from a C-47 School where General Edward King was interrogated underneath the mango transport plane to the 38th Division on Bataan–February 16, 1945. trees following the surrender of more than 70,000 men. Courtesy of The National WWII Museum. Accommodations: Las Casas Filipinas de Acuzar (B, L)

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Sites and attractions inside the Nayong Pilipino at the Clark Field, Philippines. Courtesy of Danilo Pinzon, Jjr / Alamy Stock Photo.

General Douglas MacArthur, pictured here with his staff Day Three: at Clark Field, watches CLARK FIELD American artillery fire on The tour departs Bataan and continues to Province and the Japanese positions on the eve Museum of History. The museum is a passion project of Rhonie Cauguiran Dela of the Cruz, who has collected numerous artifacts and items related to World War II on January 31, 1945. in the Philippines. The museum is located next to several caves used by the Courtesy of National Archives. Japanese during the fighting, with the nearby mountains acting as a refuge of the indigenous who waged a guerilla war against the Japanese. Continue to the National Shrine, which marks the location of Camp O’Donnell, the endpoint of the Bataan Death March. The Clark Field Museum continues the story of American involvement in the Philippines to withdrawal of American forces in 1942. Accommodations: Clark Marriott Hotel (B, L, D)

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Cabanatuan Prisoner hut. Courtesy of PJF Military Collection / Alamy Stock Photo.

Day Four: Visit the site of one of the most successful commando raids in US history. Cabanatuan POW Camp held up to 8,000 American prisoners. In , a group of just over 100 US Army Rangers and 250 Filipino Scouts traveled over 30 miles behind enemy lines to reach the camp. The Scouts conducted a diversionary raid, while the Rangers attacked the main camp. Over 500 Americans were freed at the cost of 2 killed and 25 wounded. Upon returning to the Clark Field , visit the San Fernando Train station, the location from Memorial to the troops held captive at the Cabanatuan prisoner which the prisoners from Bataan boarded cars for Camp O’Donnell. of war camp and the Army Rangers who later liberated the camp. Accommodations: Clark Marriott Hotel (B, L) Courtesy of AB Forces News Collection / Alamy Stock.

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Intramuros, Manila, Philippines Excited American Army nurses, after years of captivity, board trucks for the first leg of a long voyage home on February 13, 1945. Courtesy of National Archives.

An American soldier carries a Filipino refugee, who is suffering from shock, from the Walled City on , 1945. Courtesy of National Archives.

Day Five: BATTLE OF MANILA US General Douglas When Douglas MacArthur fled to , he proclaimed, “I shall return.” MacArthur (center) wades On October 20, 1944, MacArthur waded ashore on the island of Leyte. ashore during initial By January 1945, MacArthur was ready to liberate Manila. On , American forces entered the city and liberated the internees at the University landings October 20, 1944, of Santo Tomas, including the nurses known as the “Angels of Bataan.” at Leyte, Philippine Islands. The ensuing month-long battle resulted in the systematic destruction of the city and the death of over 100,000 Filipinos. Japanese soldiers orchestrated Courtesy of US Army a series of executions and murders against the civilian population. Hear the Photo. stories of Manila during this ferocious battle on a tour of the walled city, known as Intramuros. Accommodations: The Manila Hotel (B, D)

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War memorial in front of the ruins of a theater, Corregidor Island, Manila Bay. Courtesy of Look / Alamy Stock Photo.

MacArthur stops to chat with American troops while on an inspection of the recently captured Corregidor. Courtesy of National Archives. Day Six: CORREGIDOR From Manila, board a ferry for the fortress island of Corregidor. Serving as the door to Manila Bay, Corregidor was called “The Rock” due to its landscape and immense . In March 1942, General MacArthur fled Corregidor under orders from President Roosevelt, leaving General Jonathan Wainwright in command. Following the surrender on Bataan, Wainwright and his men held out for another month, facing relentless Japanese bombings. On your tour, visit numerous fortifications and the Malinta Tunnel. With an overnight bag, stay at the Corregidor Inn, allowing additional time for exploration of the area. Return to your room at The Manila Hotel on the following day. Accommodations: The Corregidor Inn (B, L, D)

FALAISE TOWN

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Hotel Las Casas Filipinas de Acuzar Exterior

University of Santo Tomas

Day Seven: SANTO TOMAS

On January 2, 1942, the Japanese occupation of Manila began. The Allied Deluxe Room Deluxe Room forces had left Manila for Bataan. American, British, and other Western civilians stayed behind and were subject to Japanese rule. At first they were confined to their homes awaiting registration. After a period of waiting, all foreign civilians were moved to the University of Santo Tomas, which would now serve as an internment camp. Over 7,000 civilians entered Santo Tomas between 1942 and 1945. Some prisoners transferred to other camps throughout the war. During the HOTEL LAS CASAS FILIPINAS DE ACUZAR tour of the facility, the university’s archivist will discuss the history of the camp Bataan, Philippines and its rebirth after the war. The tour will conclude with a visit to the , the final resting place of 17,058 Americans who lost their Set in a reconstructed 18th-century village with cobbled streets, colonial- lives in the Philippines and throughout the Pacific. style buildings, and stilt houses, this upscale resort features ornate woodwork and antique furnishings. Room amenities include free Wi-Fi, Accommodations: The Manila Hotel (B, D) a flat-screen TV, a mini fridge, and a coffeemaker. Dining options include a formal restaurant and a bar on a private beach. Speckled with classic Day Eight: architecture, grandiose landscapes, and spectacular waterscapes, Las Casas also takes pride in being the only Philippine hotel to have received DEPARTURES several international acclaims. Some of its prestigious recognitions Transfer to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) for your journey include a listing in Historic Hotels Worldwide and being awarded Asia’s home or to your next destination. (B) most excellent destination in 2017.

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The Great Room The Manila Hotel Lobby

Goji Kitchen & Bar Smoki Moto Grand Deluxe Room Manila Hotel Exterior Restaurant

THE MANILA HOTEL CLARK MARRIOTT HOTEL Manila, Philippines The Manila Hotel is a trip back to pre-war Manila. The hotel is the , Philippines oldest premier hotel in the Philippines built in 1909 to rival Malacañang Experience five-star hospitality at Clark Marriott Hotel. This Palace. The hotel officially opened on the commemoration of American centrally located hotel in the vibrant central business district of Independence on July 4, 1912. General Douglas MacArthur made The Clark Freeport Zone, Mabalacat, Philippines, offers 260 rooms Manila Hotel his home during his tenure as the Military Advisor to the and suites with contemporary design and deluxe amenities Commonwealth Government of the Philippines from 1935-1941. Architect including marble bathrooms, flat-screen TVs, plus minifridges, tea Pedro Luna, son of master painter , was commissioned to build and coffeemaking facilities, and internet access (fee). Enjoy five a penthouse suite for the General and his family atop the fifth floor. unique dining experiences and Quan Spa, a full-service, on-site The Japanese occupied the hotel from 1942-1945, setting fire to the wellness center, a 24/7 Fitness Center, and an outdoor pool. structure during the Battle of Manila. The hotel underwent extensive reconstruction after the war and has hosted numerous celebrities including President John F. Kennedy, Sammy Davis, Jr., and .

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Save $250 per person when booked by September 28, 2020! OPERATION FEATURED AUTHOR & HISTORIAN HOME FRONT James M. Scott Beyond the Galleries

A custom-curated, four-day group tour to James M. Scott, a former Nieman Fellow The National WWII Museum in New Orleans at Harvard, is the author of Target Tokyo: Jimmy Doolittle and the Raid That Avenged Pearl Harbor, which was a 2016 Pulitzer Prize finalist and was named one of the best books of the year by Kirkus Reviews, The Monitor, and Fort Worth Star-Telegram. His other works include The War Below: The Story of Three That Battled Japan and The Attack on the Liberty: The Untold Story of ’s Deadly 1967 Assault on a US Spy Ship, which won the Rear Admiral Award. Scott’s fourth book, Rampage, was named one of the Best Books of 2018 by the editors at Amazon, Kirkus Reviews, and Military Times. In addition, Scott has been interviewed on national television, public radio, and in newspapers ranging from The Times to The Post. Scott also was a featured presenter on the Smithsonian Channel’s television series Hell Below and at The 2018 International Conference on World War II. Scott lives with his wife and two children in Mt. Pleasant, . Private Guided Tours Exclusive 4-D Cinema Experience Curator’s Collection Tour Experience the #1 Attraction in New Orleans James M. Scott is a Pulitzer Prize finalist and the author of Four days from only $1,449 $1,199* per person* several critically acclaimed books of military history. Travel to The National WWII Museum in New Orleans to explore, remember, and reflect on World War II through exclusive access to the Museum’s campus. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to experience a custom program at this world-class institution! TOUR INCLUSIONS • 3 night stay & 3 breakfasts at the Higgins Hotel • 3-day access into The National WWII Museum • 1 lunch at the American Sector Restaurant • 3-day unlimited rides on New Orleans Streetcar lines • 1 private dinner * • 1 cocktail reception OPTIONAL ADD-ON EXPERIENCES BB’s Stage Door Canteen dinner show, pre- or post-nights • Private Early Access Tour of the Museum at the Higgins Hotel, and suite upgrades. • Final Mission: USS Tang Experience *Depending on availability For tour dates and more information Visit ww2museumtours.org Call: 1-877-813-3329 x 257 *$129 taxes and fees person person are additional. Family discount pricing available.

Enjoy luxury accommodations at the offical hotel of The National WWII Museum Prominently located in the heart of the New Orleans Warehouse District and directly on the Museum campus, The 4-star Higgins Hotel & Conference Center is part of the exclusive Curio Collection by Hilton and features a striking theme, well-appointed accommodations, exceptional dining, and a state-of-the-art convention center.

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EDUCATIONAL TRAVEL PROGRAMS 1944: FROM ANZIO TO THE • Anzio • • Lucca • Ponzalla Futa Pass

historian curated program Contact us now for available dates, more information or to reserve MASTERS OF THE AIR: THE MIGHTY EIGHTH OVER • Call: 1-877-813-3329 X 257 Visit: ww2museumtours.org THE SKIES OF The European Theater Featuring Donald L. Miller, PhD London • Cambridge • Thorpe Abbott • East Anglia flagship land program Rougham • Duxford

D-DAY: INVASION OF NORMANDY AND historian curated program LIBERATION OF Normandy Beaches • Arromanches • Sainte-Mère- THE RISE & FALL OF HITLER’S Église Bayeux • Caen • • Falaise Featuring Alexandra Richie, DPhil • Żagań • Wroclaw • Kraków • Gdańsk historian curated program Wolf’s Lair • Warsaw

NEW PILSEN LIBERATION FESTIVAL: Celebrating the Anniversary of the Liberation of The Pacific Theater Pilsen by the US Army in 1945 Featuring Alexandra Richie, DPhil historian curated program Prague • Lidice • Theresienstadt • Pilsen

VICTORY IN THE PACIFIC: PEARL HARBOR, , historian curated program , , AND THE ANNIVERSARY OF THE BATTLE OF NEW MEGASTRUCTURES Featuring Jonathan Parshall and James M. Scott Featuring Alexandra Richie, DPhil • Neuengamme • Binz • Peenemünde Szczecin • Wałcz • Bydgoszcz • Łódź • Treblinka historian curated program Warsaw NEW VICTORY IN THE PACIFIC: historian curated program WORLD WAR II IN THE PHILIPPINES Featuring James M. Scott NORMANDY & THE SEINE RIVER: FROM THE D-DAY BEACHES TO THE LIBERATION OF Manila • Corregidor • Bataan Aboard Uniworld’s S.S. Joie de Vivre Featuring M. Citino, PhD & Michael Neiberg, PhD Paris • Arromanches • Normandy Beaches • Rouen historian curated program Dieppe • Les Andelys • La Roche Guyon Mantes-la-Jolie • Auvers-sur-Oise NEW VICTORY IN THE PACIFIC: flagship land program BATTLE OF Featuring James Hornfischer EASY COMPANY: TO THE EAGLE’S NEST Brisbane • Guadalcanal • Tulagi Featuring an original Band of Brothers cast member Aldbourne • Portsmouth • Normandy • Eindhoven Arnhem • Bastogne • Clervaux • Haguenau • Dachau historian curated program • Zell am See

NEW VICTORY IN THE PACIFIC: historian curated program JAPAN & OKINAWA Featuring Jonathan Parshall Featuring Roland Gaul and a Band of Brothers Tokyo • Hiroshima • Kagoshima • Okinawa cast member Clervaux • Lanzerath • Elsenborn Ridge • Malmedy La Gleize • Bastogne • Luxembourg American Booking early has its rewards! Cemetery

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If due to , flight schedules or other uncontrollable factors, you are required to To allow you to book your next trip with peace of mind, we have set up our spend an additional night(s), you will be responsible for your own hotel, transfers and meal costs. Baggage is entirely at owner’s risk. The right is reserved to decline to accept as a exceptional and flexible Worry-Free Booking program that allows you to cancel trip participant, or remove from a trip, without refund, any person the Museum judges to be or postpone your trip penalty-free (on select departures) until December 31, incapable of meeting the rigors and requirements of participating in the activities, or who is 2021. Please contact our reservations department to discuss your options. abusive to other trip participants, leaders or third parties, or who the Museum determines to detract from the enjoyment of the trip by others. Specific room/cabin assignments are Note: Worry-free terms do not apply to luxury tours: Victory in the Pacific: Pearl Harbor, Saipan, Tinian, within the sole discretion of the hotel or cruise line. Guam, and the Commemoration of Iwo Jima and Normandy & The Seine River: From the D-Day Beaches to the . The Museum reserves the right to change the itinerary or trip features at any time and for any reason, with or without notice, and the Museum shall not be liable for any loss of any kind as a result of any such changes. Ship schedules, port calls, hours of arrival and Our Pledge to You departure, sightseeing events, special programs and guest lecture series (if applicable), are subject to change or cancellation without prior notice. The Museum is not responsi- Your safety is our priority. The Travel Team continuously ble therefore and is not required to compensate passengers under these circumstances. monitors updates from global health authorities and local The Museum may cancel a trip (or an option) for any reason whatsoever; if so, its sole governments in the US and around the world. The health responsibility is to refund monies paid by the participant to it. The Museum is not required and safety of our travelers and staff remain our highest to cancel any trip for any reason including without limitation, United States Department of priority. We work closely with our international partners to State, World Health Organization or other Warnings or Advisories of any kind. The Museum is not responsible for penalties assessed by air carriers resulting from operational and/or provide the level of quality and assurance our esteemed itinerary changes, even if the Museum makes the flight arrangements or cancels the trip. guests have come to expect. We are committed to The Museum reserves the right to substitute vessels, hotels, itineraries or attractions for delivering the best and latest sanitation protocols those listed in this brochure. throughout your journey.

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